Following Cobalt’s memorial service, Carole hides in the comfort of her bedroom, removing anything horsy that might remind her of the beautiful stallion, Cobalt. Lisa and Stevie are unable to convince Carole to return to Pine Hollow, not even to visit Starlight, and are shocked when Carole informs them that she’s selling the treasured gelding. Stevie tells Carole she’s found a buyer for Starlight - Veronica! Carole dashes down to Pine Hollow to confront Veronica only to realize that Veronica is as grief-stricken as she is. With her father’s help, Carole comes to terms with her mother’s death and the loss of Cobalt - especially when she discovers that Delilah is pregnant by Cobalt. Carole returns to Pine Hollow, eager to help care for the pregnant mare and to anticipate the birth of the foal.
Based on the series of popular books for young readers, The Saddle Club follows the lives of three aspiring equestrians developing their riding skills at Pine Hollow Stables. Each of the girls has assorted personal baggage: Tomboy Stevie's impulsive nature gets her into constant trouble, Carole rides to overcome a family tragedy, and Lisa is an overachiever with a social-climbing mother. Despite their problems (and the schemes of a spoiled rich rival, Veronica), the girls' love of horses and strong friendship with one another is always enough to help them overcome any obstacle.